Gothic® 3VSThe Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)
Which game gives you more value right now? Every metric, head to head.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)
Better Deal· KinguinWinner
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009) wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics.
The stars are aligning for this one. At this moment, the game is delivering well and the price feels right.
Head-to-Head Metrics
Direct metric-by-metric comparison: winner determined by count, no weighting
Solid pick at the moment — it's holding up well and the price is fair for what you get.
The stars are aligning for this one. At this moment, the game is delivering well and the price feels right.
Statistics Over Time
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Player Count Trends
· Concurrent players over timeReview Score Trends
· Positive review ratio over timeReview Volume Trends
— Total reviews accumulated over time
Gothic® 3
Quality
Solid title that pleased most of its audience — general consensus is positive.
Value
Great timing to buy — competitive price for the content offered.
Popularity
Smaller but still existing player base — longer wait times for multiplayer.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)
Quality
Overwhelmingly positive reviews — the vast majority of players recommend it.
Value
Very attractive price — excellent value for money right now.
Popularity
Activity a bit low — loyal community but no instant queues.
Gothic® 3
Recommended
- OS *: Windows 7/8/10/11
- Processor: Intel Pentium 3.0 GHz or AMD Athlon 64 4000+
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: 3D graphics cardwith 256 MB (NVIDIA GeForce 6800 equivalent or better
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 5 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)
Which is better: Gothic® 3 or The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)?
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009) won the comparison against Gothic® 3 based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Gothic® 3 worth buying over The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)?
Based on the metrics, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009) won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Gothic® 3 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Aug 9, 2026, 04:35 PM UTC